1970 Fiat 500 vs. 1988 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 1988 Nissan Prairie is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Nissan Prairie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Nissan Prairie (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Nissan Prairie should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan Prairie weights approximately 498 kg more than 1970 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Fiat 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Nissan Prairie, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1988 Nissan Prairie (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1988 Nissan Prairie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Fiat 500 | 1988 Nissan Prairie | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 500 | Prairie |
Year Released | 1970 | 1988 |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 978 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2520 mm |